Speculations are rife about a 'Maharashtra-style' split in West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC). Concerns grew after 60 out of 80 MLAs skipped a key meeting called by Mamata Banerjee at Kalighat. Following the expulsion of two MLAs over signature disputes, rumors suggest nearly 50 MLAs might leave the party. Mamata Banerjee has blamed BJP for trying to lure and threaten her party leaders using money and police power. The political atmosphere in West Bengal remains unstable as discussions about a new TMC faction without the Banerjees gain momentum. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/maharashtra-model-in-bengal-11899214 #creator program